Firefighters Jobs Pay in Elizabethtown, KY
Average Hourly Pay
$20.39
36.3%Below national average
Range: $19.42 – $21.36
Average Annual Pay
$42,413
36.3%Below national average
Range: $40,394 – $44,433
How much do Firefighters make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$17.33/hr
Range: $16.51 – $18.16
Annual Rate
$36,051
Range: $34,335 – $37,768
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.39/hr
Range: $19.42 – $21.36
Annual Rate
$42,413
Range: $40,394 – $44,433
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.45/hr
Range: $22.33 – $24.56
Annual Rate
$48,775
Range: $46,453 – $51,098
Firefighters job description
Firefighters are first responders who protect communities by responding to emergencies, saving lives, and safeguarding property. They work in high-pressure situations requiring quick thinking, physical endurance, and dedication to public safety.
Responsibilities
- •Respond to emergency calls and incidents
- •Perform rescue operations and life-saving procedures
- •Operate emergency vehicles and equipment
- •Conduct safety inspections and prevention activities
- •Maintain emergency equipment and apparatus
- •Provide public education on safety and prevention
Skills
- •Emergency response and rescue techniques
- •Physical strength and endurance
- •Quick decision-making under pressure
- •Teamwork and coordination
- •First aid and medical knowledge
- •Communication and public relations
Qualifications
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Fire academy or EMT certification
- •CPR and first aid certification
- •Physical fitness requirements
- •Valid driver's license
- •Background check and drug screening
